Customer Ratings & Reviews
- Model:
- RE6500
- SKU:
- 7401006
Rating by feature
- Value
Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars
- Quality
Rating 4.1 out of 5 stars
- Ease of Use
Rating 4.0 out of 5 stars
Customers are saying
Customers regard the AC1200 Dual-Band Wi-Fi Range Extender very favorably for its ease of use, extended Wi-Fi range, and improved signal strength, with many praising the simple setup process and noticeable performance boost. While some users experienced connection issues or compatibility problems with certain routers, the positive feedback regarding improved coverage and performance significantly outweighs the negative comments. The compact size and reasonable price point are also frequently cited as advantages. Overall, the product receives high marks for its ability to enhance Wi-Fi access in the home.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
NO connection here
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have Comcast and live in an 1682 sq ft house. Bought this to extend my WIFI to my newly set up upstairs home office. No good/ Hard to connect to and I am after 3 weeks of trying going to take it back to the store and get a refund.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, maria,
We might just need to optimize the settings of the extender and place it on a good location. Let’s have our Escalation Engineers help you do that. Just email us at LinksysCares@linksys.com with your contact information and a link to this review as our reference when you reach out.
Regards,
Rosalyn
Linksys Support
Save your money
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have an AT&T modem & I had a very difficult time connecting. I felt like this purchase was a waste of time & money. I finally gave up on it, unfortunately, the return period had passed, so I’m stuck with it, but I purchased a different extender.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi,
The Linksys RE6500 range extender should be easy to set up using WPS or the setup wizard. For assistance with the setup, you can reach out to us at LinksysCares@linksys.com and share more details with the link to this review for our reference.
Regards,
Jan
Linksys Support
Had to take it back
||Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This didn't work in my house, I had to take it back. It connected to my wifi but I felt like it kept clocking trying to download something but couldn't. I ended up getting a later model modem and I don't have any internet problems now.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, DScott,
Know that we’re just an email away at LinksysCares@linksys.com should you encounter any challenge with a Linksys device next time. Our Escalation Engineers are always ready to lend you a hand.
Regards,
Rosalyn
Linksys Support
Not as good as claimed.
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Doesn’t pick up signal upstairs as well as it claimed.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi,
The Linksys RE6500 range extender have Spot Finder Technology that helps you determine the optimal placement of the range extender. If you need assistance, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this review for our reference.
Regards,
Jan
Linksys Support
Did not give me the coverage I needed
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I have a 3 level townhome. My router is on the level 1. I get WiFi from my router on level 3 but not enough bandwidth. The extender could not connect to my router on level 3. I had to place it on level 2 and it still did not give my WiFi on level 3.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendGood but not the best or top 10
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Coverage is low and if there is a wall halfway it's dead
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi RayboRepair,
To maximize the signal of the range extender, it is recommended to place the device right between where you want to extend the signal and your main router. We suggest that you make sure that the range extender has a line of sight, or has a good signal from the main router.
We can have our Second Level Technicians contact you for further assistance with the placement of the device.
Just send us your contact details at LinksysCares@linksys.com so that we can escalate your case. Don't forget to include the link to this post as a reference.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Regards,
Thaddeus
Linksys Support
Didn't work for me.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.I guess your house has to be arranged just so for it to work. Great idea though.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Debby,
If you're experiencing range issues with the range extender, then the proper placement of the unit is one of the effective ways to maximize its full potential. We suggest that you plug it midway between your router and the area without Wi-Fi.
Please reach out to us at LinksysCares@linksys.com so that our Escalation Engineers can take a closer look at your network environment and help you get it working as expected. Indicate your contact information and the link to this review for our reference.
Regards,
Kristine
Linksys Support
Poor performance
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Does not extend range. It barely helps. Not worth your money.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi Nick,
There may be certain adjustments needed to be done on the extender's wireless settings, or perhaps on the router's. Let's make sure it is properly configured with the help of our Escalation Engineers. Just email the link to this post and your contact information at [email protected].
Regards,
Klaudette
Linksys Suppor
Might work for someone else.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Obviously, we have internet problems at our house or we wouldn't need an extender. Ultimately, we couldn't get the product to talk to our router. I got it to work once, then couldn't get it to work again. Even had Time Warner tech out to try. Our house is cement and is a problem. Might work in a different house.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, NIGHTENGALE,
It appears that the range extender could not establish a stable connection to your router. We suggest placing the unit midway between your router and the area without Wi-Fi. Also, check if you have at least 50% of your router’s Wi-Fi signal at that point on the device you will use for setup.
Please email us your contact information at [email protected] so we can help you get in touch with one of our Escalation Engineers. They'll further check your network environment and help you get it working as expected. Indicate the link to this review for our reference.
Regards,
Kristine
Linksys Support
Not very satisfied
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Doesn't work in all areas of my house. Says for 10,000 feet, my house is not 10,000 sq ft.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Product Expert
Posted .Hi Tish,
We thank you for sharing with us your feedback and we'd like to help you out in improving your connection. We would appreciate if you can share with us your network setup so we can properly position the range extender to cover the areas in your house. Feel free to email the details to us at [email protected] with your contact information and the link to this review. We'd be happy to assist you.
Regards,
Linksys Support
http://support.linksys.com
returned item, didn't work for us.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This didn't work for our situation, returned item.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hello, pmc76,
If you're having issues upon installing and configuring our Linksys RE6500, then we could have our Second Level Technicians assist you further. In case you need assistance with any of our products in the future, please do not hesitate to let us know via email at [email protected] so we can have you taken care of. Do not forget to include upon sending your contact info and the link of this review, for our reference.
Regards,
Elyza
Linksys Support
Not good
||Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It worked fine for a few days then it started acting up. My husband spent over an hour troubleshooting it with customer support and they couldn't find the problem. We will be returning this item.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Rubyjay,
This is certainly not the experience we wanted you to have with the product, but we respect your decision. If you'd give us a chance, our Escalation Engineers would love to investigate the setback further. Just email us at LinksysCares@linksys.com with your contact details and the link to this review. We'll wait to hear from you.
Regards,
JC
Linksys Support
Not worth the time
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This device did not help improve my wifi reception in my home
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi Tiptoe,
The location where you plugged in the RE6500 Extender would greatly impact the overall range that it can provide. To fully maximize its potential, we recommend taking advantage of the Spot Finder Technology feature to guide you where to properly position the extender for an optimal coverage. Should you need a hand, we have our Escalation Engineers always ready to serve you at [email protected].
Best regards,
Jay
Linksys Support
This unit was defective, so disappointing.
||Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This unit was defective. I was so disappointed as we had just been put on stay at home restrictions & I needed the boost for my home office. Ended up driving an hour each way just to return it.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Nisee,
Our Linksys RE6500 will help you extend the range your network connection from your router. We could have our Escalation Engineers investigate on what happened. However, in case you have future concerns with our products, feel free to send us an email at [email protected] and send along with your contact info and the link of this review too, for our reference.
Regards,
Elyza
Linksys Support
locked up my network for unknown reaso
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.My wifi network (both the router and this extrende) stopped working after several days with the extender. Extender was very hot to the touch. When disconnected network function returned.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi John,
The behavior of the unit is totally odd and we'd like to take a closer on this matter. We hope that it did not cause any harm to other devices and to you. Please email us at [email protected] with your contact details and the link to this review for reference so we can endorse you to one of our Escalation Engineers to assist.
Regards,
Carl
Linksys Support
Don’t Buy
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.It was recommended, in store, by the sales rep. It was supposed to be what I needed for my usage. However, it never did connect to my internet in the first location so I moved it to another and then it would never come back on. I had returned the bad/faulty product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendNot much help.
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Did not significantly improve WIFI speed. Setup was a breeze though!
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hi, Rmarkwardt,
There are steps that could help in improving the wireless coverage of the extended network. To walk you through the process, please email us at [email protected] with your phone number and the link to this post for our reference.
Regards,
Irish
Linksys Support
Whack purchase
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Antennas kept falling, did not work half of the time.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hello QueenK,
We'll check on this. Let's make sure that the Linksys extender is running on the latest firmware version to help optimize its current performance. To further assist you with this matter, email us at [email protected] along with your phone number and the link to this review for our reference; we'll have our Escalation Engineers lend you a hand.
Regards,
Princes
Belkin Support
AC1200 Extender did not solve issue
||Posted .This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.Purchased extender hoping it would solve my signal strength issues in my 2story - 2500 sq. foot home. Despite using their utilities to place the extender in the optimum location, it did not solve the problem. I called Linksys tech support and they were not able to improve the situation.
No, I would not recommend this to a friendBrand response from Linksys Staff
Posted .Hello,
Let's have our Escalation Engineers review your case with our Support and provide the necessary resolution. Please email the case number or your contact details at [email protected], along with the link to this post for our reference.
We look forward to hearing your response.
Regards,
Klaudette
Linksys Support
Terrible!!
||Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.This crappy device doesn’t not work and due to Best Buy return policy, I flushed my money down the drain, grww!
No, I would not recommend this to a friend